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African-American History on Film: "Zora is My Name"

"Zora is my Name" is part of the PBS "American Playhouse" series, about the African-American writer, oral historian and folklorist Zora Neale Hurston. Combines passages from the author's writings, anecdotes, folk tales told by actors, and sketches from the Hurston's life featuring Ruby Dee as Zora. (1990) Not Rated. 90 min.

Big Read Movie: "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

"Their Eyes Were Watching God" features Halle Berry as free-spirited Janie Crawford and her search for happiness that leads her through several different marriages, that challenge the morals of her small town. (2005) Not Rated. 113 minutes

"Hat-titude Stroll" and Big Read Kick Off

Wear your favorite chapeau in honor of ZNH and stroll downtown Brunswick as Coastal Georgia Reads "Their Eyes Were Watching God" officially kicks off on First Friday. Proclamations, exhibit openings, and special events throughout the evening.

Event Location:
Historic Downtown Brunswick, Brunswick, GA 31520

Date: Fri, Feb 6, 2015Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm

Book: Their Eyes Were Watching God

First Friday - Coastal Georgia Quilts On Display

Join the Coastal Georgia Quilt Guild on First Friday and pick up copies of The Big Read and Little Big Read books.

Big Read Movie: "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

"Their Eyes Were Watching God" features Halle Berry as free-spirited Janie Crawford and her search for happiness that leads her through several different marriages, that challenge the morals of her small town. (2005) Not Rated. 113 minutes

Dr. Deborah Plant on Zora Neale Hurston

Dr. Deborah Plant, Chair and Associate Professor of Africana Studies at the University of South Florida in Tampa and author of "Zora Neale Hurston: A Biography of the Spirit" speaks about the author and her works.

A Few Groovy Films: "Cotton Comes to Harlem"

"Cotton Comes to Harlem" the action comedy directed by Ossie Davis tells the story of two cops with a tough reputation who want to take down a shady reverend. Featuring Godfrey Cambridge, Raymond St. Jacques and Calvin Lockhart. 1970. Rated R. 97 min.

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Deborah Plant

Dr. Deborah Plant, Chair and Associate Professor of Africana Studies at the University of South Florida in Tampa and author of "Zora Neale Hurston: A Biography of the Spirit" speaks about the author and her works.

Cinema Gourmet: "Conrack"

Cinema Gourmet offers a delicious tasting of food from Chef Kate of Indigo Coastal Shanty and an insightful talk about the film. Conrack is the 1974 film based on the 1972 autobiographical book "The Water Is Wide" by Pat Conroy and starring Jon Voight in the title role, alongside Paul Winfield, Madge Sinclair, Hume Cronyn and Antonio Fargas. Filmed in and around Brunswick, GA some of local cast will be on hand to share their experience. PG, 106 minutes.

A Few Groovy Films: "How Stella Got Her Groove Back"

"How Stella Got Her Groove Back" Stella (Angela Bassett) takes personal inventory of her life and tries to find a balance between her desire for love and companionship, and the responsibilities of mother and corporate executive after a her romantic encounter on a tropical island. (1998) Rated R 124 min.

Big Read Movie: "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

"Their Eyes Were Watching God" features Halle Berry as free-spirited Janie Crawford and her search for happiness that leads her through several different marriages, that challenge the morals of her small town. (2005) Not Rated. 113 minutes

African-American History on Film: "Glory"

"Glory" Robert Gould Shaw leads the US Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices of both his own Union army and the Confederates. Starring Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington and Morgan Freeman. Filmed in part on Jekyll Island. (1989) Rated R 122 min.

Book Discussion - "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

Woodbine Woman's Club hosts the discussion lead by Judy Buchanan, the director of archives. Judy will also present information about how the library is serving the community with genealogy research, especially in regards to the Ralph Bunche School alumni who are developing their collection.

A Few Groovy Films: "Devil in a Blue Dress"

"Devil in a Blue Dress" is the story of Easy Rawlins (played by Denzel Washington) who finds himself amidst murder, crooked cops, ruthless politicians, and brutalizing hoodlums in this Chandler-esque "who-done-it." (1995) Rated R. 102 min.

African-American History on Film: "The Cotton Club"

"The Cotton Club" follows the people that visited the club, those that ran it, and is peppered with the Jazz music that made it so famous. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola and the star studded cast features Richard Gere and Gregory Hines. (1984) Rated R. 127 min. Sponsored by the Literary Guild of St Simons Island.

A Few Groovy Films: "Round Midnight"

In 'Round Midnight, real-life jazz legend Dexter Gordon brilliantly portrays the fictional tenor sax player Dale Turner, a musician slowly losing the battle with alcoholism, estranged from his family, and hanging on by a thread in the 1950's New York jazz world. (1986) Rated R. 133 minutes.

Big Read Movie: "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

"Their Eyes Were Watching God" features Halle Berry as free-spirited Janie Crawford and her search for happiness that leads her through several different marriages, that challenge the morals of her small town. (2005) Not Rated. 113 minutes

African-American History on Film: "42"

"42" is the story of baseball's legendary Jackie Robinson and the hostility he dealt with while breaking Major League Baseball's "color line." Featuring Chadwick Boseman and Harrison Ford. (2013) Rated PG13. 128 min. Sponsored by the Literary Guild of St. Simons Island.

Novel vs. Film: "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

Ann Mason leads a discussion comparing and contrasting Zora Neale Hurston's novel and the film version.

Event Location:
Ida Hilton Library, 1105 North Way, Darien, GA 31305

Date: Thu, Feb 26, 2015Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Book: Their Eyes Were Watching God

St Simons Storytellers Workshop - Zora Neale Hurston

Folklorist, anthropologist and writer, Zora Neale Hurston wrote four novels and more than 50 published short stories. The St Simons Storytellers' Workshop production has the incomparable Zora telling the story of her life and her work.

A Few Groovy Films: "Love & Basketball"

"Love & Basketball" - from the playground to the pro leagues, Monica and Quincy have been inseparable. But their commitment to basketball will force them to make choice between each other and the game. (2000) Rated PG-13. 124 min.

Big Read Movie: "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

"Their Eyes Were Watching God" features Halle Berry as free-spirited Janie Crawford and her search for happiness that leads her through several different marriages, that challenge the morals of her small town. (2005) Not Rated. 113 minutes

"Zora, Teacakes and Friends"

Join your neighbors for tea, cookies and conversation about the novel, "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston. (Teacake is a character in the novel, and a Teacakes is a scrumptious southern cookie shared at social gatherings amongst friends.) Hosted by The Brunswick Chapter of The Links, Inc.
Free but reservations required. Call 912.262.6934.

African-American History on Film: "The Long Walk Home"

"The Long Walk Home" is the story of two women, black and white, in 1955 Montgomery Alabama, who must decide what they are going to do in response to the famous bus boycott lead by Martin Luther King. Starring Whoopi Goldberg and Sissy Spacek. (1990) Rated PG 97 min.

African-American History on Film: "Rosewood"

"Rosewood" features Ving Rhames as Mann, a drifter caught in Rosewood, a town filled with racial prejudice. He ends up aiding the surviving African-Americans escape the town, with the help of a humble store owner played by Jon Voight. (1997) Rated R 140 min